Topic: breaking 100 mph

[Lostboy Steve]

When I see asshats on (any) bikes that bounce the rev limit or weave or anything of that nature, I hope they #$%* up so I can pull over, point, and laugh at them. There’s a time and a place. Crowded streets aren’t that.


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[Desert-SOHC]

100 mph is relatively easy on a CB, round here if your not doing 80 mph your getting run over on the highway.  Before I put the fairing on I would regularly run at or close to "the ton", now the fairing doesn't like speeds above 95 mph.  If you have a decent road near you give it a shoot you should be able to hit it with no problems......

[BomberMann650]

If any of you take someone else’s (or my own 🙄) reckless speeds personally, that’s your own problem.  Get some therapy if it frightens you so much.
No one gets on their bike and hits the highway with the intent of just ruining someone else’s day.  That’s not why we ride. 
The people that think it’s within their right to judge a motorcyclists’ speed and ability from the safety of their 4wheeled cage are the most dangerous lunatics on the road.
I’ve personally confronted one myself.  Who had the nerve to lecture me on “respect” after threatening to run me over when stopped at an intersection.  #$%*ing hypocrite.
The state of texas sentenced one of those fools to fifteen years.  The man’s famous quote “I don’t care” - he plowed a bike, rider, and passenger off the road entirely.  For what?  Passing on a straight double yellow two lane.

“This aggression will not stand, man.”

[MikeSimon]

On proper roads, you’re right. On public roads, it’s often 170% of the speed limit and a danger to everyone else around you. Who among us deserves the right to endanger others so wantonly? Want to risk your life, fine by me. Risk mine, and I’ll put you in the ditch personally as a Public Service.

Many times I don't, but this time, I have to side with calj737. You have to look really hard to find any road in my neck of the woods in NE Ohio where doing 100 mph would be safe, even without ANY traffic around. Off-camber turns, potholes, terrible surface etc, etc.

[Mr. Mike]

I see riders all the time doing what seems to be in defiance of common sense. I recently witnessed some guy on his RR doing over twice the traffic flow (25mph) splitting lanes. He got his moments later as a car merging left evidently “pulled into his 50mph lane” you know, that roughly 48” space between two lanes. He “got his” for his unsafe riding and assuming too much, but no one was laughing and I don’t think you would either, asshat or not...honestly. I’m not a professional track rider, and if caught at higher speeds in some unforeseen circumstance that exceeds my skill...just for fun, I might be a dead man...and I certainly don’t want to be looking backwards saying “Bye-bye” in a flash to everyone. Sure anything can happen anytime I get that, but I’m not asking for it by toying with elements I’m not experienced nor trained to handle. As has been said, “ overconfidence” can be an invitation for the unexpected.
Just be careful friends.

[strynboen]

id you not do the ton..bay a moped...you need to try it..its part of the riding fun

  ..but the bike need to be 110% ok..tires airpressure brakesystem..and any vobbel tendens must be absolut not happend.

..on a modern bike  you can do it as often as you like..on a Classic bike ..it need a good road..and some time..to pump up.(cb 550).and dont forget..the braking need also a lot more Space on old bikes...so think ahead on the road...

[Dunk]

On public roads, it’s often 170% of the speed limit and a danger to everyone else around you. Who among us deserves the right to endanger others so wantonly? Want to risk your life, fine by me. Risk mine, and I’ll put you in the ditch personally as a Public Service.

Defend myself from some wreckless moron? Count on it. If forced between the choice of crashing my vehicle into someone/something because of the wreckless behavior of another, or smashing into that person and causing their death, it’s a clear choice. You’re going into the dirt. And I won’t have a second thought about it even if you are on a motorcycle. 2 wheels doesn’t get you any special privileges, only greater responsibility to avoid becoming a tar patch

Nobody has mentioned risking your life, or anyone else's except the individual choosing to go for a ride. Note that OP does not live in backwards VA where speed limits are 55 MPH. I'm guessing you haven't been too far west of the Mississippi where there are wide open divided highways that stretch for a very long way between cities or much of anything at all. Regardless, speed limits in OP's area are 65-70 MPH, 85th percentile speeds (safer than the speed limit!) are slightly higher. As far as my understanding the discussion is about riding at what is likely only marginally over the 85th percentile speed for a given highway, wide open spaces with no traffic, clear visibility, etc. I think most here would agree that's a reasonable assumption. I don't think you even flipped your lid like this, much less started threatening lives when Wildey posted that video doing 100 MPH through a NYC school zone in second gear on his 350f.

It sounds like calj is the rolling roadblock doing the underposted speed limit in the passing lane while everyone else is traveling near the 85th percentile speed, but he then speeds up to match pace with an 18 wheeler or other big truck undertaking him because he won't maintain lane discipline and others are trying to get around him too... The type to selectively violate the law in an attempt at vigilante justice to stick it to people who are maintaining proper lane discipline and spacing while simply trying to get where they're going safely an efficiently.

Calj, if that's you, you are the hazard on the road. Maybe some introspection is appropriate. Or perhaps you can continue the hilarity by sharing whatever wild scenario you've envisioned with all this talk of quick blasts to 100 MPH and back on deserted highways, or simply cruising along at the 85th percentile while maintaining proper lane discipline. I feel like you're having a totally different conversation than the rest of us.

[cb_n00b]

Maybe it's different here in the South where many of the roads/highways are straight, flat, and in pretty good condition, but I've past 100mph on my CB550 many times (stock tire size). The bike does it easily (I'm not a heavy guy) and isn't scary at that speed, the wind is just a PITA. Frankly, it doesn't feel much different than cruising at 80mph if you're on a empty and wide highway.

I'd say if your bike is sound and your abilities are up to it, have a try at it. You can always let off the throttle if you start to feel uncomfortable. Also probably a good idea to ride up and back down the stretch of road you're going to use to make sure you don't find a pothole, debris, or oil slick by surprise.

Doing 100mph on a straight road with no cars in front of you on a CB750 should be cake. From highway speeds it should only take you 20 or so seconds anyway before you've hit your mark and you can slow back down.

[grcamna2]

I use to enjoy turning up the speed much more a few years ago than now;the faster I go now,the more I miss all the sights of the journey along the way.. I get 'jet lag' easier than I use to. I still pass a car or two when i need to but I hate to feel i need to keep-up with 'the rat race' as I'm sure I'll miss something important along the road on one of my long trips.
I may never pass that way again and I like to back-off and 'tour' a bit. 

I still think it's fun to 'wick it up' once in a while if I'm on an Interstate  ,but I keep my eyes,ears and 'radar field' mental concentration fine-tuned when I do and like what Larry/'MoMo' says in his signature: "Ride like you're invisible",except to the cops..

[jlh3rd]

I didn’t assume anything at all...old buddy....it was in the police report as reported in the news.....old buddy....
If you reread my post, I said “ they”....not “I”....
I’m not the one making an assumption......old buddy....🙄
You can roll you’re eyes at someone else......ok.?

I wasn’t rolling my eyes at you, Buddy. I was rolling at their assumption. Don’t get your skirt in a twist, Buddy.

Now you can add liar to your repertoire.....

Please pull your head out of your arse. I clarified at whom I was rolling my eyes because I carefully read what you wrote. Don’t presume to know what is within my mind. I clearly express my thoughts and direct them acutely.

Pretty clear what you meant, pull your own head ..
I see your in arguments with others on this post now...go figure,huh!
No one needs your pontificating, computer Rambo ,self righteous b.s.
Back off...

[przjohn]

Take the track day advise it is the smart move. I have lost 2 very good friends who rode all their lives to stupid accidents. No matter how much you think you know you can get bitten. Don't take stupid chances on public roads.

[Bailgang]

 
The people that think it’s within their right to judge a motorcyclists’ speed and ability from the safety of their 4wheeled cage are the most dangerous lunatics on the road.
I’ve personally confronted one myself.  Who had the nerve to lecture me on “respect” after threatening to run me over when stopped at an intersection.  #$%*ing hypocrite.
The state of texas sentenced one of those fools to fifteen years.  The man’s famous quote “I don’t care” - he plowed a bike, rider, and passenger off the road entirely.  For what?  Passing on a straight double yellow two lane.

“This aggression will not stand, man.”

While I've seen many riders ride in a way that they were asking for trouble, I'm not going to stoop to being a vigilante to personally give them that trouble myself nor would I ignore someone in need even if it was a result of their reckless riding. I remember that nut job vigilante in Texas and always wondered what became of him.

[BomberMann650]

Well Cal, if you ever feel like cuttin loose on two wheels.  You’re welcome to come ride around my farmland roads.  Ain’t no one around to hurt or offend.  The farmers cows won’t tell anyone of our misdeeds 

I’ll even abide the national speed limit 

[Mr. Mike]

id you not do the ton..bay a moped...you need to try it..its part of the riding fun

Brilliant.
 And like someone said, ride the way you want.
Getting home safe is fun riding, period.

[seanbarney41]

To the op...if 100mph seems like an achievement...that is all the evidence you should need that you and/or your bike are not ready for it.  Guys have suggested a track day...a trip to your local drag strip test and tune requires far less initial investment and hassle...no need to worry about the next curve, several other riders, or all the myriad hazards of public roads.  (It takes a very well tuned 750 to hit 100 in the 1/4 though, but you will have several chances to get used to hard acceleration to 85 or 90 and then plenty of safe room to slowdown)

[Keith]

When I was younger, I wore all the metal balls off the ends of my footpegs, I would practice until I scraped on all my favorite corners. Now, at almost 65, I can sense my mortality...There was something wrong with me back then. At 23 My license was revoked (excess of 100 in a 40, among others) in a GTO. Probably saved my life, if not somebody elses. I ride my 750 K2 fairly conservatively now...too much time and money tied up in it! A bit smarter too!

[BomberMann650]

Sean has made the best point so far.
Keith said it too.
Practice practice practice.

[Old Moe Toe]

Each is bestowed with Free Will. Choose your path. Expect not a tear or frown from me if you wrap your ass around a tree or parked car, or someone pulling out in front of you and kill yourself. Good riddance to you I say. If your own damn self-absorbed thrill-seeking butt chooses this, you deserve a dirt nap. I will simply add to your post in the Memorial Board; Got what he deserved.

Whew! I’ve heard this sentiment expressed by those who oppose motorcycle riding in general. Anybody who chooses to ride one of those deathtraps deserves what happens to them, to include dismemberment or death. You won’t see me shed a tear, they got what’s coming to them, blah blah blah. I don’t understand that way of thinking, but it sure is common.

I won’t add to the handwringing other than to say that while a 750 might have a 100 MPH engine (maybe), it doesn’t have 100 MPH brakes. If you are going to do it, pick your spot and time well.

You oughta write a book Greg.

[evinrude7]

didn't mean to open a can of worms here.  never planned on doing this while there is traffic on the road.  the idiots dodging in and out of traffic at high speeds are foolish.  like i said before i'll probably take it to a track for this goal at some point, take an advanced rider course, etc.  all great input from a great group.  thanks all. 

[ekpent]

   From people who have done the track thing what kind of requirements do you have to follow? For instance do you have to have a certain type of helmet like a full face that is in perfect condition without an expired date code, certain types of protective clothing/armor, gloves that type of thing.

[uksparky]

Track suit needed, back protector, boots, gloves , they dont inspect your helmet but full face recommended, also bike inspection ....no mirrors running lights, brake lights disconnected

[RandomOrbit]

   From people who have done the track thing what kind of requirements do you have to follow? For instance do you have to have a certain type of helmet like a full face that is in perfect condition without an expired date code, certain types of protective clothing/armor, gloves that type of thing.

Depends upon the place but a 1 piece or 2 piece motorcycle riding suit, and full face DOT helmet, gauntlet gloves, and mid calf boots is pretty much a bare minimum.

For the bike they will require the brake light disabled, headlight and other glass taped over, and here's the hard part for vintage CB folks folks: "No fluid leaks". So I'm not sure if a weeping head gasket would pass safety inspection.

[72 yellow]

Did it once in the early 70's on a freeway at night.  Right through a state police radar trap.  Managed to get off the freeway and watch him fly by looking for me.  I took side streets home.  The thought of arrest, 6 points on my record and the sight of my bike hanging from a sling and a chain wrapped the tank (No flatbed wreckers back then) kept me from doing it again.  Have been riding sane ever since.  I live close to a 6 lane highway and hear and see bike flying by all the time.  Makes me think they are an accident going some place to happen. 

[Duke McDukiedook]

Few years ago, some 20 something guy was riding his crotch rocket down the interstate,estimated over 110, 120. They found the bike approximately 100 yds. up ahead of his body...they figured he was crouching down hugging his tank and then sat up real quick to slow down, so he blew himself off the bike....
Just sayin...
I did get my 71 450 up to 95 back in the day....one time....

That’s the completely wrong assumption as to why he was no longer on the bike. 

Evinrude - DON’T ride 100mph on public roads. Simple as that. Modern or vintage bike, doesn’t matter. Roads are not designed with the horizontal or vertical sight distance to safely pilot a bike (or car) at those speeds. I get the goal, but instead of public roads, do track days, or take Advanced Rider courses and really learn how to ride a bike. Even training courses held on tracks are heaps more fun and far better learning environments than public roads.

A fall at 20mph will kill you. At a minimum, you’ll be facing ortho surgeries, recovery times, and busted bikes. At 100mph, it becomes a guaranteed terminal event. Is it really that important to say you broke the Ton on a bike to risk your life, your family’s well-being and financial security? There’s nothing worth that risk.

Actually, interstate outside of urban areas is designed for 100mph travel.

[slikwilli420]

   From people who have done the track thing what kind of requirements do you have to follow? For instance do you have to have a certain type of helmet like a full face that is in perfect condition without an expired date code, certain types of protective clothing/armor, gloves that type of thing.

A track day I did earlier this year only required work boots, a full face helmet, gloves, and either textile or leather gear. You could tape over or remove headlights and signals, and only the drain plug needed wiring.

Its a whole different animal when racing, but its nice that rules are less strict for those wanting to go out and play safely on a prepared surface.